If you’ve spent any time in Taiwan, chances are you know that Elephant Mountain is one of the best hiking trails in Taipei for views of 101. Rising 183 meters above the city, the “mountain” is covered by a well-developed, fully paved, and highly walkable trail network, making it a choice hike for photographers, family visits, and anyone that doesn’t…

Taipei is the capital of Taiwan and the most frequently visited city by foreigners. below is the must-see attractions in Taipei, delicious Taipei food, and unique local activities in Taiwan. Let’s explore Taipei’s temples, history, and natural landscapes, from fine-dining food to night market snacks! National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall Surrounded by a park, stands at the east end of…

Located in Sun Moon Lake in Nantou, Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village was established in 1986. Being one of the ”big four” of Taiwanese theme parks, The culture village features aboriginal cultures, it has four main theme parks: the European Palace Garden, the Aboriginal Villages, Amusement Isle and Formosan Aboriginal Museum. Every year in early spring around January to February, the…

To the west of the city, an ageing village has been transformed into an art piece with vibrant colours and drawings on every inch of the walls by Mr Wong, the nonagenarian ‘resident painter’ who’s also a KMT veteran of the Chinese Civil War (1945–49). To get there, take bus 27 (50 minutes) from the train station. Alight at Gancheng…

Four floors of gallery and performance space, plus living quarters for a resident artist inside an old residential building. Works by upcoming local and overseas artists are featured on the ground and 1st floors. There’s also a cafe (closed every Wednesday). The back part of the top floor is Taichung’s best-kept secret – Ludi music dive which only opens at night and…

Located in Nantou, Taiwan Craft Culture Park has three branches, Taipei, Miaoli and Yingge. Among these institutes, Yingge branch is the only one that doesn’t open to the public. Taipei branch is a building with striking red-and-white. With its circular neoclassical Chinese-style roof, dates back to just 1956. It was recently converted into the Craft Research & Development Centre where…

Situated across National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, Zhongxin Market is a small block encircled by Wuquan 1st Street, Wuquan W. 2nd Street and Wuquan W. 3rd street. Zhongxin Market used to be a busy traditional market. However, it gradually quieted as economy growth declined in Taiwan over the years.  There are only a few outlets left in this once-busy…

If you’ve ever been to Taiwan for hiking, you must heard that there is a list of ” 100 mountains in Taiwan”. For hikers and climbers, this list can be seen as their life goal. The mountains are divided into different levels of challenge. Among these mountains, there are 2 mountains suitable for those who never hike before, Mountain Hehuan Main Peak(合歡主峰)…

As people know, Taiwan is surrounding by ocean and mountains. There are many famous mountains in Taiwan. Not only Taiwanese but also friends all over the world come to Taiwan just for visiting these astonishing mountains and their beautiful alpine scenery. There is a list of “100 mountains in Taiwan”. For hikers and climbers, this list can be seen as…

The bikeway runs along Hanxi East Road. As it passes through several intersections, there are bike designated traffic lights along the bikeway. The first half section of the bikeway runs under bridge. Public facilities along the way include resting seats, bike racks, guiding signs, guard fence, milestone signs, rest area, reflective signs, street lights and bike designated traffic lights. Plantings…